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In 1850 Britain was the most prosperous industrial country in the world. Although many people saw no reason why Britain should not maintain its dominance, there were many others who did not share their same confidence. This source book reflects people's concerns in the face of rapid scientific, technological, and social change--their hopes and fears for the new industrialization, which promised material advances while threatening to dehumanize the workplace, and their divided attitudes toward religion and morality. In addition to revealing the germane issues of 19th-century Britain, these writings also trace the profound changes that took place in culture and society during this eventful period.
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Culture and Society in Britain 1850-1890, John M. Golby
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- Released
- 1986
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- Title
- Culture and Society in Britain 1850-1890
- Subtitle
- A Source Book of Contemporary Writings
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John M. Golby
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Released
- 1986
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 354
- ISBN10
- 0198711123
- ISBN13
- 9780198711124
- Series
- Rating
- 3.85 out of 5
- Description
- In 1850 Britain was the most prosperous industrial country in the world. Although many people saw no reason why Britain should not maintain its dominance, there were many others who did not share their same confidence. This source book reflects people's concerns in the face of rapid scientific, technological, and social change--their hopes and fears for the new industrialization, which promised material advances while threatening to dehumanize the workplace, and their divided attitudes toward religion and morality. In addition to revealing the germane issues of 19th-century Britain, these writings also trace the profound changes that took place in culture and society during this eventful period.